Find out the basics of Intellectual Property (IP) and its importance to a new business.

Important Information

All attendees must complete this Build A Business Client Registration Form to be able to join the workshop, unless you have previously submitted one. Please complete the form after booking your Eventbrite ticket.

To be eligible for this workshop, you must be a Greater Manchester resident or the owner of a Greater Manchester located business within the following GM authorities: Bolton, Bury, Manchester, Oldham, Rochdale, Salford, Stockport, Tameside, Trafford, or Wigan.

Please arrive between 9:30-10:00am for networking and registration.

Workshop starts at 10:00am.

Intellectual Property - Protect Your Assets

Intellectual property can be worth money to your business.

Make sure that your product, service, website and brand is protected from would-be copycats and does not infringe others’ rights.

At this workshop you will learn to:

Understand what the four main types of intellectual property are, and how they differ

Get a clearer idea of what intellectual property you may already own​

Find out what is involved in registering a trademark​

Discover where to go to for further help and advice

You will also learn about the Build A Business programme, offering support and facilities to help you succeed.

Plus meet our team and book in for individual support and advice.

Please Note: The Build A Business programme of funded workshops have limited places. Failure to attend on two separate occasions without prior cancellation will result in you being barred from attending future workshops. This is due to the cost of setting up each workshop and making preparations based on the number of sign-ups. This includes Know Your Customer; IP - Protect Your Assets; Business Basics; Marketing: The Essentials; and Funding Your Business Idea.

For more information go to: www.buildabusinessgm.org

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